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Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) – Partnership Development Activities (PDA)

Partnership Development Activities (PDAs) previously offered under the Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP) are now available through the Innovation Partnership Program (IPP).

The Innovation Partnership Program (IPP) helps Canadian innovators with technologies nearing commercialization connect with international partners in key markets.

Offered by Global Affairs Canada (formerly: Trade Commissioner Service)

Amount

Up to 50% of eligible costs

Up to 50% of eligible costs for Canadian SMEs selected to take part in the delegation

Quick eligibility check

Years in business
No minimum stated
Employees
Up to 500
Revenue
No limit stated
Legal structure
Incorporated
Location
Anywhere in Canada

Who can apply

Canadian companies

:

  1. incorporated, profit-oriented SMEs, with up to 500 full-time equivalent employees
  2. ready to collaborate on co-innovation opportunities with a foreign partner
  3. seeking to commercialize new or improved products, services, or processes
  4. own or co-own the intellectual property of the technology being presented
  5. with sufficient resources to cover the unfunded participating costs

Other Canadian organizations (academic institutions, non-government research centres, and not for profits):

  1. that maintain a focus on innovation
  2. have an active interest in the mission’s target industry and market
  3. demonstrate an added value in terms of expertise, resources, or collaboration opportunities

About the funding

Funding is up to 50% of eligible costs to a maximum of $15,000 for approved projects.

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